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Afternoon Report | Nvidia smashes expectations
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Shock jump in inflation; Woolworths hammered; bosses slam WFH as Greens call for law
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 28 August 2025 A shock jump in inflation dashes hopes of a September rate cut. And more, including: Woolworths hammered by investors a...
Q+A: Why stablecoins may be the future of payments
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the RBA already trialling stablecoins, all signs point to a major shift ahead for payments. But what are they, how do they work, and what does it...
Afternoon Report | Big day for miners
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
One On One: Fred Schebesta, founder of Finder.com.au
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fred Schebesta is the co-founder of Finder - the comparison website that aims to help people make better decisions. Fred started it with a frien...
Iran ties severed over attacks; AusPost suspends US parcels; Federer a billionaire
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 27 August 2025 Today Canberra severs diplomatic ties with Iran after the country organised two attacks on Australian soil. And more, i...
Q+A: The driving force behind Guzman y Gomez
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guzman y Gomez listed on the ASX last year, in what was probably the most exciting IPO of the year. Late last week, the Mexican-themed fast food chain...
Afternoon Report | Broad-based sell-off
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Reece CEO’s brutal honesty; first home help fast-tracked; optimism key to career success
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 26 August 2025 The boss of plumbing supplies group Reece gives investors a brutal assessment of the former sharemarket darling’s positio...
Q+A: Three key takeaways from the big bank results
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From rising competition posed by private credit lenders, to the make-or-break moment presented by AI, these are the three main takeaways from the big ...
Afternoon Report | Market fizzles, SCA soars
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Profit season rollercoaster; auction rates soar; super's flying start
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 25 August 2025 The local sharemarket braces for another week of big swings as the reporting season rollercoaster rolls on. And more, incl...
Q+A: Why there's cause to be optimistic about the economy
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to look at the week ahead: the RBA minutes, monthly inflation data, and business ...
Q+A: How to run an efficient meeting
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bank bosses have started putting requirements in place for efficient meetings, asking for an agenda, short presentations only, and action items. Isn't...
The Weekend Edition | 23-24 August 2025
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the reform roundtable to some big hits and misses in reporting season - what will be the biggest business story of the week? Plus Qantas, luxury ...
Afternoon Report | Market dips, GyG tumbles
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Treasurer flags tax reform; ASX smashes 9000 barrier; Rebel theft 'out of control'
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 22 August 2025 Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags tax reform as his three day summit wraps up. And more, including: The local sharemarket smas...
Q+A: How Amazon & NBN Co are taking on Musk's Starlink
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this month, NBN Co announced it’s partnering with US tech giant Amazon to bring high speed satellite broadband to regional Australia. It...
Afternoon Report | ASX breaks 9000 points
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
CEOs attack red tape; James Hardie crashes 28pc; workers back WFH, 4 day week
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 21 August 2025 Business leaders line up to attack the government over productivity and red tape. And more, including: James Hardie cra...
Q+A: Woodside CEO on govt frustration, Russian oil & Santos
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Woodside posted a profit of $1.25 billion for the six months to June 30, down 24pc on last year, but in line with expectations, partly as a ...
Afternoon Report | ASX rebounds
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
One On One: Brittney Saunders, the original influencer
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brittney Saunders first made her name as one of the original influencers on YouTube, building an enormous following while still a teen. But she m...
CSL shares tumble; unions, business clash in Canberra; consumer sentiment soars
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 20 August 2025 CSL shares freefall, amid a major shake-up for the healthcare giant. And more, including: Unions and business clash at...
Q+A: Can BHP dominate as it shifts from iron ore to copper?
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can BHP continue its dominance as its focus shifts from iron ore to copper?Yesterday, Australia's second largest company announced a 26pc drop in unde...
Afternoon Report | CSL fall drags ASX down
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Reform roundtable kicks off; 6 ASX records in 6 days; Turnbull slams bosses for cyber risk
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 19 August 2025 The business community unites as pressure ramps up on day one of the government’s economic reform roundtable. And m...
Q+A: What will it take to close the gender pay gap?
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Equal Pay Day - what will it take to close the gender pay gap?Natalie MacDonald is joined by Elizabeth Broderick AO, former Australian Sex ...
Afternoon Report | Banks push ASX to new record
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
PM on high ahead of roundtable; auction surge after rate cut; Trump to meet Zelensky
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 18 August 2025 Two new polls show support for Labor and the Prime Minister is soaring, just in time for the government’s reform round tab...
Q+A: How do we fix the productivity crisis?
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do we fix the productivity crisis?Today Michael Thompson is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas to talk about the government's pr...
Q+A: How should businesses use LinkedIn?
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How should a business use LinkedIn?We've seen a rise in the number of CEOs using professional networking platform LinkedIn for communications, from di...
The Weekend Edition | 16-17 August 2025
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A bumper week of company results, up against interest rate cuts, and some major proposals for economic reform (four day week, anyone?). Michael T...
Afternoon Report | Stellar week for ASX
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Bonus: Why EVs are key to this motoring giant's future
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Volkswagen is a global car giant, operating in a rapidly changing world. As technology evolves, new competitors emerge and global trade changes, Volks...
Westpac’s bumper result; jobs market might delay rate cut; super housing boost
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 15 August 2025 Westpac’s result gets everyone excited about the banks again. And more, including: The ASX hits yet another all time high...
Q+A: Will we ever see a four-day working week?
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unions have proposed a four-day working week. The government has rejected it. Will we ever see it happen?Fear & Greed Q+A: Join Michael Thompson &...
Afternoon Report | Westpac surges, market hits high
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
CBA’s record profit, shares slump; PM rejects 4-day work week; huge housing profits
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 14 August 2025 Investors sell off the Commonwealth Bank, after Australia’s biggest company reports a record $10.25 billion profit. ...
Q+A: What's next for Commonwealth Bank?
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's next for Commonwealth Bank?Yesterday, Commonwealth Bank reported a record $10.25b profit. But investors sold off the stock, driven by concerns ...
Afternoon Report | CBA profit; shares sold off
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
One On One: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller pt 2
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller in the second part of an extended conversation. This time, they start by looking at how to solve...
RBA cuts rates, warns on productivity; ASX hits high; Star strikes deal
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 13 August 2025 The RBA delivers a much-awaited interest rate cut - the third so far this year. And more, including: The local sharemarket h...
Q+A: How many more rates cuts will we get?
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The RBA has now cut rates three times this year. How many more cuts will we see?Today Natalie MacDonald is joined by Commonwealth Bank Senior Economis...
Afternoon Report | Rates cut, ASX hits new high
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Australia to recognise Palestine; JB Hi-Fi boss quits; lithium soars
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 12 August 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces plans to recognise a Palestinian state, putting Australia at odds with the US over th...
Q+A: What should we expect from reporting season?
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What should we expect from reporting season?Today Sean Aylmer is joined by Ben Gilbert, Head of Australian Research at Jarden.Fear & Greed Q+A: Jo...
Afternoon Report | Lithium soars
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
PM rejects Israel sanctions; auction clearance rates ease; Temu & GyG boom
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 11 August 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese rejects calls to impose sanctions on Israel. And more, including: Auction clearance rates...
Q+A: Will the RBA cut rates?
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will the Reserve Bank cut interest rates tomorrow?Today Sean is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas for a look at what the Reserve Bank bo...
Q+A: Why is Australia outperforming on biotech?
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia seems to be punching above its weight on innovative biotech companies, from cultivated meat to printing human cells. Why?Today Michael Thomp...
The Weekend Edition | 9-10 August 2025
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This was the week where we officially started living in a tariff world. It was also the week where one state proposed legislating work-from-home right...
Afternoon Report | Markets, Israel & ChatGPT
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Bonus: Why Aussies are getting over their EV 'range anxiety'
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the last few years there’s been a huge rise in demand for electric vehicles in Australia.But at the same time, plenty of people still have qu...
PM supports WFH changes; ASX competitor close; WA prospector strikes gold
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 8 August 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese supports the idea of legislated WFH privileges. And more, including: The corporate regulat...
Q+A: Tariffs & slow economy, but ASX soars. Why?
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US is imposing tariffs, and our economy is so slow that the RBA is expected to slash rates - but the ASX is soaring. Why?Fear & Greed Q+A: Joi...
Afternoon Report | Economics, earnings and tax
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Chalmers pushes AI; ASX surges to record; ASX mix-up sends telco tumbling
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 7 August 2025 Today, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers calls on Australians to welcome AI as an enabler, not a disrupter, in the economy. ...
Q+A: How long can newspapers survive?
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Australia's publishing rivals News Ltd and Nine did a deal that will see newspapers printed for the next five years. But how long can newsp...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new record
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
One On One: Westpac CEO Anthony Miller
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Aylmer sits down with Westpac CEO Anthony Miller to find out everything he can about his world -from what it was like to be offered the role of a...
NBN-Amazon satellite deal; cost of living crisis starts to ease; top social media pollies
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 6 August 2025 NBN Co will partner with US tech giant Amazon to offer satellite broadband to regional Australia. And more, including: The lo...
Q+A: Is the current market volatility just business as usual?
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is what going on in financial markets at the moment the same as usual - just noise to look through - or is it different this time around?Today Sean Ay...
Afternoon Report | ASX hits new high
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Chinese spy arrested; record payout for workplace sexual harassment; butter crisis
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 5 August 2025 An alleged Chinese spy has been arrested in Canberra, just as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrestles with the crisis in the Mi...
Q+A: What does business think of WFH laws?
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does business feel about the Victorian government's plan to legislate the right to work from home?Today Sean Aylmer is joined by Adam Schwab, co-f...
Afternoon Report | Steelworks rescue
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
US tariffs pressure markets; WFH shock; house prices on the rise
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 4 August 2025 Global share markets are under pressure as US tariffs come into force. And more, including: Victoria’s Allan ...
Q+A: Why do we care so much about the construction sector?
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do economists and the Reserve Bank care so much about the construction sector? Today Sean is joined by economist Stephen Koukoulas ...
Ask F&G: How does a musician make it in the age of Spotify?
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does a musician make it in the age of Spotify?Musician Luke St James - part of the Fear & Greed team - joins Michael Thompson to talk about la...
The Weekend Edition | 2-3 August 2025
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is an interest rate cut a sure thing? Why did the government backflip on its Youtube ban for kids? And what did we learn from Microsoft's stellar set ...
Afternoon Report | Star, tariffs and Apple
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why doesn't the RBA copy Singapore?
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Lynn asks: It's commonly said that the RBA's use of interest rates for monetary policy is a blunt tool which affects mortgage holders disprop...
RBA deputy hints at rate cuts; Microsoft, Meta huge profits; copper falls most in 40 years
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 1 August 2025 The deputy governor of the RBA hints at a rate cut in a fortnight’s time, just as figures suggest a pickup in the retail an...
Interview: What Microsoft's blockbuster results says about tech shift
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microsoft and Meta have announced blockbuster results for the quarter, with the share price of both tech giants soaring.Josh Gilbert, market analyst a...
Afternoon Report | Markets, tariffs and results
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: What happens when inflation is too low?
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when inflation is too low?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics an...
Low inflation opens the way for rate cuts; YouTube ban; Aust-EU FTA falters
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 31 July 2025 A drop in inflation opens the way for interest rate cuts. And more, including: Australia edges closer to calling for a se...
Interview: Scott Farquhar on AI, the future & Atlassian
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about artificial intelligence, about how businesses can use AI to improve productivity, and the challenges in navigating a period of sig...
Afternoon Report | Inflation slows
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Can you explain the First Guardian collapse?
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The collapse of the First Guardian managed investment scheme and two others has affected thousands of investors, who combined may have lost more than ...
Telstra, WES, QBE winners; green light for HECS debt relief; illegal tobacco hits ASX
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday 30 July 2025 Telstra, Wesfarmers and QBE take over as the best performing large caps on the ASX. And more, including: The federal gov...
Interview: 30 years of CommSec, from 4 trades to 40,000
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the day CommSec launched in July 1995, just four trades were lodged - all of them by phone or fax. Fast forward 30 years, and the platform now mana...
Afternoon Report | Markets, coal and Murdoch
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Does emissions debate have merit?
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there any merit in the current debate around emissions and climate change, and Barnaby Joyce’s private member's bill?Join Sean Aylmer & M...
Climate change heat for MPs; WA top performing state; big pharma pays low taxes
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday 29 July 2025 Climate change dogs the federal opposition parties as the UN’s chief scientist tells the government to do more. And m...
Interview: Does AI actually mean better investing?
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is everywhere - and investing is no exception. But if you can use AI to pick stocks, does it actually mean the result will be better?Zhe Chen - sen...
Afternoon Report | Markets, commodities and deals
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
The Week Ahead | 28 July 2025
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a huge week for the economy: Quarterly inflation numbers Building approvals Retail trade House prices Central banks meet in US, Canada and...
Albanese lashes Israel; US beef imports trigger stoush; alchemists can create gold
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Monday 28 July 2025 Prime Minister Anthony Albanese criticises Israel, saying the nation’s behaviour is tantamount to breaching international la...
Interview: Morningstar's 'best ideas' for investors ahead of earnings season
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the third year running, earnings of Australia’s largest companies are set to shrink this earnings season, with Morningstar predicting anothe...
Ask Fear & Greed: What's it like in the Canberra Press Gallery?
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parliament resumed last week with plenty of fanfare, and then it was into legislation and sledging. But what's it like covering it as a political jour...
The Weekend Edition | 26-27 July 2025
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Warnings on interest rates, parliament kicks into gear, house prices soar and the big switch is happening on markets - and that's only half the news c...
Afternoon Report | Markets, tax and treaties
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Why is Macquarie called the millionaires factory?
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why are bankers at Macquarie paid so much? And what does a strike against the company's remuneration report mean?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thomps...
RBA warning on inflation, rates; Aust faces 15pc US tariff; $30m dinosaur fossil sold
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friday 25 July 2025 Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock warns that inflation isn’t falling as fast as hoped. And more, including: Austr...
Interview: HP's Aussie boss on using AI to drive productivity growth
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Pulford, Managing Director of HP Australia, talks to Sean Aylmer about the use of AI to drive productivity growth in Australia. In particular, th...
Afternoon Report | ASX, Canberra and Tesla
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Fear and Greed Afternoon Report - everything you need to know about what happened in the markets, economy and world of business today, in ...
Ask Fear & Greed: Can house prices just keep rising?
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
House prices are rising in all capital cities for the first time in four years. But can they just keep going?Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson a...
HECS debt, childcare bills; house prices rise; NAB boss responds to rumours
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday 24 July 2025 Federal parliament is back, with legislation to reduce HECS debt and safeguard childcare facilities likely to pass with broad su...